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chapster · 12-15-2012, 07:32 PM

Looking for install pics/instructions for the lower forward control arms.

Also would like to know if the center shafts are same as his standard arms. I am upgrading to the forward series and am missing the center shafts until they get shipped so if they are the same I can use the standard arm shafts for mock up.

Cheers,

**lolife99** · 12-15-2012, 07:36 PM

I believe the cross shafts are specific to the a-arms.

chapster · 12-15-2012, 07:43 PM

I think you are right but I thought I would confirm.

Thanks,

would still like some install pics if anyone has.

andrewmp6 · 12-16-2012, 04:42 AM

I would just wait to make sure you mock everything up with the parts you will be using.Some times even 1000 of a inch can cause headaches.

PBFAB.COM · 12-16-2012, 11:47 AM

You can use the standard arm shafts for mock up no problem. They are dimensioned the same.
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chapster · 12-16-2012, 09:59 PM

Thanks,

Do you guy's have any install pics. No instructions so I was curious on the new aluminum bushing sleeve orientation.

Also when you get a chance can you send a tracking number.

Cheers
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aggie91 · 12-19-2012, 04:38 PM

Look near the end of Korbin's build thread below. We put on the Forward arms on his...There are a few installed pictures..

chapster · 12-20-2012, 12:41 AM

Thanks aggie

I'll check it out.
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chapster · 12-20-2012, 12:46 AM

Aggie,

Do the alum. Bushing sleeves have a hex head milled on the end of them? Hard to tell from the picture.
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PBFAB.COM · 12-20-2012, 01:07 PM

Here are some pics of how the locking sleeve assembly goes together. Pretty straight forward. Much simpler than the old configuration with the through shaft.

The components are all billet steel and have been zinc coated.

aggie91 · 12-20-2012, 01:39 PM

Yes, they were super easy to put in.

PB beat me to it....again, its that great customer service we all know about...

chapster · 12-20-2012, 10:17 PM

Thank for the pics. It makes total sense. I should have waited until the shafts got here before asking. I was familiar with the older style shaft.

Any shipping info?

Cheers
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12-15-2012, 07:32 PM	#1
chapster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: .. Posts: 455	Porterbuilt forward arms Looking for install pics/instructions for the lower forward control arms. Also would like to know if the center shafts are same as his standard arms. I am upgrading to the forward series and am missing the center shafts until they get shipped so if they are the same I can use the standard arm shafts for mock up. Cheers, __________________ 1967 GMC shorty Parts Pile: NoLimit, Accu Air, Kore 3, Matts Classic Bowtie, March Performance, Lokar, ScottsHot Rods, Vintage Air, American Auto Wire, Circle D, Accu Air, Borla, Budnik, Ididit, One Piece Windows, Doug Thorley, Pypes, AutoLoc, Porterbuilt, CPP, Dynamat, Dakota Digital, Fesler 1968 Chevy c10 shorty Stepper (Patina LS project) 1967 gmc custom Long Box (Farm Truck Project)

12-15-2012, 07:36 PM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms I believe the cross shafts are specific to the a-arms. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-15-2012, 07:43 PM	#3
chapster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: .. Posts: 455	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms I think you are right but I thought I would confirm. Thanks, would still like some install pics if anyone has. __________________ 1967 GMC shorty Parts Pile: NoLimit, Accu Air, Kore 3, Matts Classic Bowtie, March Performance, Lokar, ScottsHot Rods, Vintage Air, American Auto Wire, Circle D, Accu Air, Borla, Budnik, Ididit, One Piece Windows, Doug Thorley, Pypes, AutoLoc, Porterbuilt, CPP, Dynamat, Dakota Digital, Fesler 1968 Chevy c10 shorty Stepper (Patina LS project) 1967 gmc custom Long Box (Farm Truck Project)

12-16-2012, 04:42 AM	#4
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms I would just wait to make sure you mock everything up with the parts you will be using.Some times even 1000 of a inch can cause headaches.

12-16-2012, 11:47 AM	#5
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms You can use the standard arm shafts for mock up no problem. They are dimensioned the same. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ www.PorterbuiltFabrication.com Phone: 480-297-2621 E-mail: sales@pbfab.com Find us on FaceBook under Porterbuilt Fabrication Specializing in Chassis and Suspension Components for your Classic Chevrolet Truck. We offer components from the following manufacturers: Porterbuilt Accuair Ridetech (Air Ride Technologies) Air Lift Wilwood Intro Unisteer ECE Gotta Show Air Lift Borgeson CPP Supporting this forum since 2003!

12-16-2012, 09:59 PM	#6
chapster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: .. Posts: 455	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Thanks, Do you guy's have any install pics. No instructions so I was curious on the new aluminum bushing sleeve orientation. Also when you get a chance can you send a tracking number. Cheers Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 GMC shorty Parts Pile: NoLimit, Accu Air, Kore 3, Matts Classic Bowtie, March Performance, Lokar, ScottsHot Rods, Vintage Air, American Auto Wire, Circle D, Accu Air, Borla, Budnik, Ididit, One Piece Windows, Doug Thorley, Pypes, AutoLoc, Porterbuilt, CPP, Dynamat, Dakota Digital, Fesler 1968 Chevy c10 shorty Stepper (Patina LS project) 1967 gmc custom Long Box (Farm Truck Project)

12-19-2012, 04:38 PM	#7
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Look near the end of Korbin's build thread below. We put on the Forward arms on his...There are a few installed pictures.. __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

12-20-2012, 12:41 AM	#8
chapster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: .. Posts: 455	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Thanks aggie I'll check it out. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 GMC shorty Parts Pile: NoLimit, Accu Air, Kore 3, Matts Classic Bowtie, March Performance, Lokar, ScottsHot Rods, Vintage Air, American Auto Wire, Circle D, Accu Air, Borla, Budnik, Ididit, One Piece Windows, Doug Thorley, Pypes, AutoLoc, Porterbuilt, CPP, Dynamat, Dakota Digital, Fesler 1968 Chevy c10 shorty Stepper (Patina LS project) 1967 gmc custom Long Box (Farm Truck Project)

12-20-2012, 12:46 AM	#9
chapster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: .. Posts: 455	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Aggie, Do the alum. Bushing sleeves have a hex head milled on the end of them? Hard to tell from the picture. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 GMC shorty Parts Pile: NoLimit, Accu Air, Kore 3, Matts Classic Bowtie, March Performance, Lokar, ScottsHot Rods, Vintage Air, American Auto Wire, Circle D, Accu Air, Borla, Budnik, Ididit, One Piece Windows, Doug Thorley, Pypes, AutoLoc, Porterbuilt, CPP, Dynamat, Dakota Digital, Fesler 1968 Chevy c10 shorty Stepper (Patina LS project) 1967 gmc custom Long Box (Farm Truck Project)

12-20-2012, 01:07 PM	#10
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Here are some pics of how the locking sleeve assembly goes together. Pretty straight forward. Much simpler than the old configuration with the through shaft. The components are all billet steel and have been zinc coated. Attached Images __________________ www.PorterbuiltFabrication.com Phone: 480-297-2621 E-mail: sales@pbfab.com Find us on FaceBook under Porterbuilt Fabrication Specializing in Chassis and Suspension Components for your Classic Chevrolet Truck. We offer components from the following manufacturers: Porterbuilt Accuair Ridetech (Air Ride Technologies) Air Lift Wilwood Intro Unisteer ECE Gotta Show Air Lift Borgeson CPP Supporting this forum since 2003!

12-20-2012, 01:39 PM	#11
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Yes, they were super easy to put in. PB beat me to it....again, its that great customer service we all know about... __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

12-20-2012, 10:17 PM	#12
chapster Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: .. Posts: 455	Re: Porterbuilt forward arms Thank for the pics. It makes total sense. I should have waited until the shafts got here before asking. I was familiar with the older style shaft. Any shipping info? Cheers Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 GMC shorty Parts Pile: NoLimit, Accu Air, Kore 3, Matts Classic Bowtie, March Performance, Lokar, ScottsHot Rods, Vintage Air, American Auto Wire, Circle D, Accu Air, Borla, Budnik, Ididit, One Piece Windows, Doug Thorley, Pypes, AutoLoc, Porterbuilt, CPP, Dynamat, Dakota Digital, Fesler 1968 Chevy c10 shorty Stepper (Patina LS project) 1967 gmc custom Long Box (Farm Truck Project) Last edited by chapster; 12-20-2012 at 10:35 PM.



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